Psoriasis Facts!
For those of you who do not know what psoriasis is, here is a generalized idea of this condition.
"What is Psoriasis?
PSORIASIS IS A CHRONIC SCALING DISEASE of the skin. It may range from just a few spots anywhere on the body to large areas of involvement. It is not contagious or spreadable from one part of the body to another or from one person to another.
There is no blood test for psoriasis. The diagnosis is made by observation and examination of the skin.
The exact cause of psoriasis is unknown, but hereditary and genetic factors are important. Psoriasis runs in families. Click here to read the rest of this article ... Psoriasis is a non-contagious skin condition that produces red scaley patches, which are most commonly found on the knees and elbows. In order to combat this illness, an aggressive psoriasis treatment is often prescribed by a dermatologist. Rarely resulting from a rare genetic gene, psoriasis is more commonly associated with a weakened immune system. In addition, emotional stress, physical injury or recent sickness are all believed to play a large role in the appearance of psoriasis. As a result, the condition is often worsened by either physical or emotional stress and may cause depression and loss of self-esteem.There are several Click here to read the rest of this article ... |
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| If you have patches of raised red skin covered by flaky white
bumps or buildup, you might have psoriasis. This is a very
common skin disease that is related to your immune system. It
ranges from mild to severe and is not contagious. You will
probably see psoriasis occurring mostly on knees, elbows, scalp,
hands, feet and on the back. Many people that have psoriasis
also suffer from arthritis.
You may or may not experience itching and/or burning if you have
psoriasis. Your skin may also look like it has been burned or it
may have a very bumpy, almost acne-like texture to it.
Researchers believe that psoriasis is Click here to read the rest of this article ... |
Psoriasis Hot Tips: Stats on Psoriasis
Because Knowledge IS Power...
| Stats on Psoriasis What are the Stats on Psoriasis? It is estimated that about 2.2 percent of American adults have been diagnosed with psoriasis, confirming that psoriasis is a common disease. 11 percent of those diagnosed with psoriasis have also been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. This is a prevalence of 0.25 percent of American adults in the general population. Psoriasis prevalence in African Americans was 1.3 percent compared to 2.5 percent of Caucasians. The prevalence of psoriasis in Western populations is estimated to be around 2-3%. It affects both sexes equally and occurs at all ages. And Psoriasis Several factors are thought to aggravate psoriasis. These include stress and excessive alcohol consumption. Individuals with psoriasis may also suffer from depression and loss of self-esteem. As such, quality of life is an important factor in evaluating the severity of the disease. There are many treatments available but because of its chronic recurrent nature psoriasis is a challenge to treat. Plaque Psoriasis About 80% of people living with psoriasis have plaque psoriasis, which also is called “psoriasis vulgaris.” “Vulgaris” means “common.” How to recognize Plaque Psoriasis: 1. Raised and thickened patches of reddish skin, called “plaques,” which are covered by silvery-white scales. 2. Plaques most often appear on the elbows, knees, scalp, chest, and lower back. However, they can appear anywhere on the body, including the genitals. 3. Plaques vary in size and can appear as distinct patches or join together to cover a large area. In the early stages, the psoriasis may be unnoticeable. The skin may itch and/or a burning sensation may be present. Plaque psoriasis usually first appears as small red bumps. Bumps gradually enlarge, and scales form. While the top scales flake off easily and often, scales below the surface stick together. The small red bumps develop into plaques (reddish areas of raised and thickened skin). Skin discomfort. The skin is dry and may be painful. Skin can itch, burn, bleed, and crack. In severe cases, the discomfort can make it difficult to sleep and focus on everyday activities. |
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